Buyer Name: GOVERNMENT DIGITAL SERVICE
Buyer Address: Department of Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), 100 Parliament Street, London, SW1A 2QB, England
Contact Name: Commissioning Team
Contact Email: commissioning-digital@digital.cabinet-office.gov.uk
The purpose of this contract is to for a contingent workforce neutral vendor with a specialist supply chain of suppliers to support the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). A key focus of the service will be Digital, Data & Technology (DDaT), supporting the Government Digital Service (GDS). However, the skills needed may also be broader, expanding into other areas of DSIT. Therefore, the ability to be agile and build appropriate supply chains for other professions via the neutral vendor Supplier is crucial.
Award Description: The initial award is for "up-to" £97,000,000 for a 3-year term, with the option of an additional 2 years, subject to approvals (+£27m, +£26m). There is no minimum commitment to spend.
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